This Tuna Sandwich has a burst of flavor with every bite – tender tuna, tangy pickles, and an ingredient that gives this tuna a protein punch… cottage cheese! We promise you’ll never eat tuna another way again!

Why This is The Most Amazing Tuna Sandwich Ever.

For a long time I would make tuna salad by throwing it in the bowl and adding a few standard ingredients.. adding this and that until it felt right. And it was… perfectly fine. I like tuna sandwiches. But recently I decided to go a little wild and try something new. And measure the ingredients (gasp). And oh my goodness. It was a game changer!

For this version I added cottage cheese, lemon juice, fresh dill, and LOTS of pickles. Don’t be afraid of the cottage cheese. I know it sounds a bit strange. But it really just adds some great texture, nutrition, and moisture that I absolutely love. The lemon juice and fresh dill add a lovely bright flavor. And the pickles add a delicious, vinegary crunch. Piled into a sandwich, scooped up with crackers, or eaten with a fork. It’s seriously tasty.

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This Tuna Sandwich:

• Canned Tuna– I used albacore tuna, packed in water.
• Mayonnaise– I used regular mayonnaise- use your favorite brand here. You can substitute greek yogurt if desired.
• Cottage Cheese– It might sound odd, but trust me here! It boosts the nutrition, stretches the tuna, and really makes this tuna salad creamy and delicious.
• Dijon Mustard– Adds a nice tangy flavor. You can also use yellow mustard.
• Dill Pickles– My perfect tuna sandwich is heavy on pickles! If you’re not a big fan, cut back or (gasp) leave them out if necessary.
• Fresh Dill– Fresh dill adds a bright, fresh flavor that really compliments the ingredients in this salad.
• Lemon Juice– Fresh lemon juice is best.
• Salt & Pepper– Season to taste.

How to Make The Best Tuna Sandwich:

1. Drain the tuna. Make sure to drain your tuna well. We’re adding lots of flavorful ingredients that will add plenty of moisture.
2. Add ingredients to a mixing bowl. Add the tuna, pickles, cottage cheese, mayonnaise, dill, mustard, lemon juice, salt and pepper to a bowl. Stir gently to combine. Taste, and adjust seasonings if needed.
3. Assemble the sandwiches. Top bread with a generous layer of tuna salad and some lettuce, if desired. Or, serve with crackers or enjoy right out of the bowl. Yum!!

Tips & Suggestions:

What goes well in a tuna fish sandwich?

Tuna goes great with so many different ingredients and flavor profiles. Here are some other things you can try:

• Fresh Herbs: Try basil, thyme, parsley, or chives.
• Add Extra Veggies: Diced red onion, celery, radishes, shredded carrots, or bell pepper add extra nutrition and great crunch.
• Flavor Boost: Add extra flavor with seasonings like onion powder, garlic powder, cracked black pepper, dried oregano, marjoram, cayenne pepper, or curry powder.
• Creamy Factor: Make it extra creamy and delicious by adding cream cheese, mayonnaise, greek yogurt, ranch dressing, or avocado.
• Sandwich Toppings: Try stacking your sandwich with sliced tomatoes, cheddar cheese, spinach, banana peppers, sliced cucumbers, or hard-boiled eggs.

What should I serve with tuna salad?

Serve tuna salad on bread, with crackers, on a bed of lettuce, tossed with cooked pasta, or in a wrap. It’s also delicious served in an avocado half.

How long does tuna salad last?

While most tuna salad tastes best when enjoyed the day it is made, it will last 3-4 days in the fridge in an airtight container. Because it contains perishable ingredients, make sure that it stays cold and doesn’t rest too long at room temperature.

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